Aims & Learning Objectives:
To allow students to experience a practical investigative project typical of research in an academic environment. To further develop and reinforce the skills necessary for independent work. After studying the Unit, students should be able to:
* Demonstrate advanced experimental techniques appropriate to the chosen project
* Record experimental observations and data in an efficient manner
* Present results in a variety of formats and place them into context of other researchers' work
* Demonstrate the ability to plan and conduct an experimental programme.
Content:
An investigative topic will be selected in conjunction with a supervising member of staff and a problem outlined. In addition to the experimental aspects, appropriate library work will be conducted in determining which experiments will need to be carried out to solve the problem. Aspects of project planning, safety, report writing skills and oral presentations will be introduced as appropriate.
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